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Thermal Bonded Nylon Staple Nonwoven for Luggage Backing from Japan

Heavy thermal bonded nylon staple fiber nonwoven (>150 g/m²) reinforcement layer for soft luggage shells and backpacks. Falls under HTS 5603.94.90.30 as other nonwovens thermal bonded from staples. Adds tear resistance to travel bags.

Duty Rate — Japan → United States

12.5%

Rate breakdown

9903.05.4912.5%Except for products described in headings 9903.05.85–9903.05.92, articles the product of Japan, with an ad valorem (or ad valorem equivalent) rate of duty under column 1 less than 12.5 percent, as provided for in U.S. note 52 to this subchapter

Import Tips

• Abrasion test results support durability claims; nylon content verified via FTIR analysis

• Distinguish from woven linings (Ch. 54-55) by documenting nonwoven structure

• Component declarations for luggage sets prevent valuation disputes